A. Monarchies were overthrown and democracies established in most countries.
Explanation:
The enlightenment was an intellectual movement that emerged during the 18th century. It placed at the center of the movement the reason and questioned the legitimacy of the monarchies and the churches at the top of the society. It plants the seed that then would end in the French Revolution.
Answer:The problem was that Charles II did not have an heir. The French wanted Duke Philip to succeed the throne while the Hapsburgs recommended Archduke Charles to the throne. Both sides had firm claims and this would affect the balance of power in the area.